Coding & Reimburs Spec

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center seeks a skilled Medical Coder to review medical records, assign CPT, HCPCS and ICD codes, and enter charges from fee sheets or EMR. You will ensure complete, accurate and timely codes for services across all locations and work with clinicians to educate on coding rules.

Ideal candidates have 2 years of coding/reimbursement experience, a current AAPC or AHIMA certification, and a preference for an academic health care setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Current coding certification from AAPC or AHIMA to remain current during term of employment.
• 2 years of coding and/or reimbursement experience, preferably in a physician group or health care setting.

Responsibilities

• Review official medical records and assign CPT, HCPCS and ICD codes.
• Data entry of charges from fee sheets or EMR.
• Ensure accurate, complete and timely code assignments for all services across all places of service.
• Collaborate with Faculty, Residents and staff to ensure coding accuracy and provide education.
• Manage denial files for appeals and work with Business Office on denial reasons and responses.

Skills

CPT coding

ICD coding

Coding certification

Education

High School diploma

AAPC/AHIMA cert

Job description

Position Description

Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Association of Professional Coders (AAPC) and adheres to official coding guidelines and the Values Based Culture of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Reviews official medical records with physician/healthcare provider documentation and assigns appropriate codes for all physician/healthcare provider services from current editions of official coding sources; ensures accurate, complete, and timely code assignments for all physician/healthcare provider services to include procedural, diagnosis, and supplies in all places of service.

Major/Essential Functions

• Reviews official medical records with physician/Healthcare provider documentation and assigns correct CPT, HCPC and ICD codes.
• Data entry of charges from fee sheets or EMR.
• Ensures accurate complete and timely code assignments for all physician/healthcare provider services to include procedural, diagnosis and supplies in all places of service.
• Works with Faculty, Residents and staff to facilitate accuracy of codes and billing rules. Provides feedback and education to Faculty, Residents and staff.
• Works denial file for appeals and denials. Work closely with Business Office staff to ensure appropriate denial reason and responses.

Required Qualifications

High School graduate or equivalency required. A combination of coding and reimbursement or Medical billing experience, preferably in a physician group or health care institution to equal two years. Must include procedural and diagnosis coding; prefer experience in academic health care setting. OR High School graduate or equivalency required. Current coding certification from the American Association of Professional Coders (AAPC) or the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Certification to remain current during term of employment.

Required Attachments

• Resume / CV

Benefits

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options - Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off - Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.